Vol. 2011 No. 1 (2011)
Pregnant Women's Adoption and Effectiveness of Malaria Prevention Strategies in Urban Kenya: An Educational Perspective
Muthoni Nyaga, Department of Research, Moi University
Kamau Oluoch, African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC)
Omar Kibet, African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC)
Omollo Matioki, African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC)
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18932817
Published: November 8, 2011
Abstract
Malaria remains a significant public health concern in urban Kenya, particularly affecting pregnant women who are at higher risk of severe complications. A qualitative study was conducted involving interviews with healthcare providers and focus group discussions with pregnant women. Educational campaigns targeting health workers could enhance ITN use among pregnant women, leading to better malaria prevention outcomes. Integrate educational programmes into healthcare training curricula for more effective malaria prevention strategies.
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Muthoni Nyaga, Kamau Oluoch, Omar Kibet, Omollo Matioki (2011). Pregnant Women's Adoption and Effectiveness of Malaria Prevention Strategies in Urban Kenya: An Educational Perspective. African Education and Development (Interdisciplinary -, Vol. 2011 No. 1 (2011). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18932817
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KenyaMalariaUrbanizationPublic HealthEpidemiologyCommunity EngagementInterventions
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